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Psychology at ALU follows a scientist-practitioner model. You will design experiments, analyse behavioural data, and evaluate psychological interventions. Campus facilities include observation suites and statistical software labs. Modules span neuroscience, personality, psychopathology, and research methods. Ethical practice and inclusivity are woven through every course, preparing you for postgraduate training or applied roles in HR, healthcare, and education.
Students may volunteer with Arab Leadership University's community wellbeing projects subject to safeguarding training.
Faculty spotlight
Dr. Sarah Whitmore leads Cognitive Psychology; Professor David Nkosi researches community mental health in Africa.
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Tuition is free. Examinations are free. There is no exam fee. Study from anywhere in the world.
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
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| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY102 | Psychological Research Methods I Psychological Research Methods I — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY103 | Biological Psychology & Neuroscience Biological Psychology & Neuroscience — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY104 | Statistics for Psychology I Statistics for Psychology I — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY105 | Social & Cultural Psychology Social & Cultural Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY106 | Historical & Conceptual Issues in Psychology Historical & Conceptual Issues in Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY201 | Cognitive Psychology Cognitive Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY202 | Developmental Psychology Across Lifespan Developmental Psychology Across Lifespan — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY301 | Clinical & Health Psychology Clinical & Health Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY302 | Neuropsychology & Brain Function Neuropsychology & Brain Function — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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Modules are assessed through a published mix of coursework, applied projects, and examinations. Exam windows are announced in advance so students in other time zones are not forced into overnight sittings. Alternative arrangements are available where documented.
The published duration is 3 years full-time. Teaching language: English. Actual time-to-complete depends on mode and any recognised prior learning.
This is a fully online award. You study from your country. No student visa and no campus relocation are required.
Degree tuition for this award is published as £0 / tuition-free on the online pathway. Examination or administrative fees may apply at checkout — never an annual tuition invoice. Check the Fees page for any extras.
Requirements are grouped on this page (academic, English, documents). Equivalent qualifications are considered. English may be waived after prior English-medium study.
Assessment is typically a mix of coursework, projects, and examinations. Doctoral awards include a thesis or dissertation and an oral examination. Details sit in the programme specification and module outlines.
Recognition of the award for local employment, professional licence, or ministry attestation is decided by your employer or regulator. Arab Leadership University publishes verification pages for certificates. We do not claim automatic equivalence in every country.
Start an application on this website. Progress is saved from the first step. Admissions: admissions@aleaderuni.com.
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| 20 |
| PSY203 | Individual Differences & Personality Individual Differences & Personality — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY204 | Research Methods & Statistics II Research Methods & Statistics II — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY205 | Psychopathology & Mental Wellbeing Psychopathology & Mental Wellbeing — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY206 | Applied & Occupational Psychology Applied & Occupational Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| 20 |
| PSY303 | Forensic & Criminal Psychology Forensic & Criminal Psychology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY304 | Cyberpsychology & Digital Behaviour Cyberpsychology & Digital Behaviour — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| PSY305 | Honours Empirical Research Project & Dissertation Honours Empirical Research Project & Dissertation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 40 |